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– Check the electrical connector for humidity and corrosion and to ensure it is firmly seated.
» If humidity, corrosion, or damage is found:
– Clean and dry the connector, or change it if necessary.
Difficult riding conditions are:
– Rides on dry sand. ( p. 20)
– Rides on wet sand. ( p. 20)
– Rides on wet and muddy surfaces. ( p. 21)
– Rides at high temperatures and low speeds. ( p. 21)
– Riding at low temperature and in snow. ( p. 21)
7.5 Preparing for rides on dry sand
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– Fit a dust cover on the air filter.
Dust protection device for air filter (79006920000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
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– Fit a sand cover on the air filter.
Sand protection device for air filter (79006922000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.
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– Clean the chain.
Chain cleaner ( p. 114)
– Fit the steel sprocket.
Tip
Do not grease the chain.
– Clean the radiator fins.
– Straighten bent radiator fins carefully.
Condition
Regular use in sand
– Change the piston every 20 operating hours.
7.6 Preparing for rides on wet sand
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– Fit a waterproofing device on the air filter.
Waterproofing device for air filter (79006921000)
Info
See the KTM PowerParts fitting instructions.